| The Department of Statistics at the University of Georgia invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of assistant professor in the area of statistical data science, starting August 1, 2021. Applicants must have a Ph.D. degree in Statistics or a related discipline by the time of appointment. Scholarly credentials should reflect a strong commitment to research and teaching in the statistical aspects of data science and show demonstrated potential in research and instruction. The successful applicant will be expected to develop a research program that will be competitive for external funding, be engaged in the activities of the department, and play a major role in building the University’s missions in research and teaching. We are also committed to building a diverse faculty. To apply for the position, candidates should visit https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/179840 and provide all of the requested information, including contact information for three references. At this site, candidates should also upload a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a research summary statement that highlights an interest in and contributions to the statistical aspects of data science, a statement on teaching philosophy, and an unofficial copy of the graduate school transcript. Review of applications will begin on January 22, 2021, and continue until the position is filled. For more information about the department and the university, please go to http://www.stat.uga.edu. Questions about this search should be directed to the Department Head, Dr. T.N. Sriram, at tn@uga.edu. The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). Please do not contact the department or search committee with such requests. The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences, its many units, and the University of Georgia are committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and students, and sustaining a work and learning environment that is inclusive. Women, minorities and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Georgia is well known for its quality of life in regard to both outdoor and urban activities (exploregeorgia.org). UGA is a land and sea grant institution located in Athens, 70 miles northeast of Atlanta, the state capital (www.visitathensga.com; www.uga.edu). UGA typically ranks in the top 25 on national rankings of public research universities (http://www.uga.edu/profile/pride/rankings/ ) and Athens, Georgia is frequently ranked as one of the best places to live in the US; https://athensclarkecounty.com/82/Accolades |
